Wood Turning - A Dreidel Box

[@daleberry3394]

I've just got to say, as a man who grew up without the teachings of his father, a man who spent most of his time in the wood shop, the wood turning community I has to be by far the most accepting, teaching, and sharing community I have ever had the pleasure of joining...the handful of people I follow here on KZbin have taught me, a beginning turner, so much that I feel I should have been paying for an education...lovely work, and thank you for sharing your knowledge

[@johnmitchell1614]

Have you found Richard Raffan woodturner on the tube? If you have I'm glad, if you haven't, seek him out. Best regards.

[@stephanielovatt2787]

I must say, this is a great gift: A toy for the child and a treasure box for the youth!

[@seniorchiefharris]

What a wonderful project!!! The Goncalo Alves looks so nice and the sound it makes when you place the top on and off sounds almost metallic...Beautiful turning! Thanks so much for sharing this great little project and your clear, concise step by step instructions! Safe turning to you always!

[@johnpbh]

Great little video Mike. Many thanks for posting this and I am glad I found it. I bought one of Andy's Dreidel boxes a couple of years ago for my neighbour at Hanukkah. Now, thanks to you, I can try and make one of my own.

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks John, it's a great shame that Andy doesn't upload any more as heis a very talented turner.

[@TheBrotherKnight]

Nice box Mike. Always look forward to your next project. Also would like to thank you for putting me onto other turner's via sharing. As you say a great bunch and a pleasure to watch. Having MS I cannot turn sometimes and get a bit frustrated about that but thank God for your clips as it gives me lots of ideas for when I can turn. Best regards and many thanks David

[@PeteBeardsley]

Great project Mike and beautifully executed as usual. I have a neighbour that follows the Jewish faith, so I think I shall have to attempt one of these before the end of November. Thanks for sharing and take care.

[@JakeEnns]

Scrap piece of Formica for the line burning, neat. Thanks for that. NICE job. Keep getting more well, better that is.

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks David, the pleasure is all mine mate, sharing is what this craft is all about. Take care Mike

[@Robbiethewoodturner]

nice finish on the box mike well done the new babe is nice and jute and running well. take care,Robbie

[@fredmott7086]

Great box. Your productions are done very well. No wasted time. Thank you for your time. Fred

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Fred, your kind words are much appreciated. Take care Mike

[@alansimpson596]

I've been watching out for a video from you for a while firstly as an indicator that you have been restored to health and secondly to enjoy and learn from another of your projects. I haven't been disappointed on either count so it's good to see you looking so well and the little box is absolutely beautiful. Best wishes, Alan.

[@MrTeeball]

Hey Mike its great to see you in such good spirit. Thanks for another fine video. You never let me down. Thanks

[@russellball3539]

Well done again Mike. Great finishing. I always look forward to your videos. Glad to see that you are quickly recovering.

[@pylbenhar]

Hi Mike I started turning in November 2012 this is just to say I have enjoyed your videos and I like how you show the steps this is just say thanks for all the tips please keep them coming Harry.

[@gregc9638]

Stunning piece of art - You make it look so easy. really appreciate all your videos you upload.

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Greg much appreciated.

[@decoy48]

Top Job as always Mike I am glad to see your well on the way to recovery Thanks

[@Chriswoodworker]

Its so refreshing to see even professional make the chisel judder over the work. Your effortless technique is beautiful to watch.

[@MikeWaldt]

There is hardly a project that goes by without at least one catch Chris, some are bigger than others ;). Thanks for the kind words too, they are much appreciated, as is your support. Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Paul, lovely to hear from someone who lives in God's country ;). Take care Mike

[@PENFOLD1962]

Hi Mike, That's a brilliant idea, a toy that looks stunning even if the child has forgotten to tidy it away... at last. Mike your finish cuts are stunning mate! not one bit of tool scaring whatever it's called, and the sharpness of your internal corners... the little finial looked like it was a different wood glued in! Perfect. It is amazing to watch, thanks for sharing your video. Cheers Andy

[@jimholladay2383]

Another beautiful job Mike. More importantly very pleased. To hear that your health continues to improve.

[@DanielVilarino]

Nice box, that Goncalo Alves wood really makes things look great! Congratulations

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Daniel, yes it's a great wood to work with, and takes a good finish. take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks very much Harold, for your supportive comments. Take care Mike

[@mgorrow]

Mike, excellent video with loads of good tips great examples of skilled tool control.

[@MikeWaldt]

Marshall Gorrow Thank you Marshall, that's very kind of you to say so. Take care Mike

[@gug1867]

Amazing wood turner with an amazing perspective. Glad to see you are doing better. Greatly enjoy your videos.

[@JakeEnns]

Mike you always make great stuff, inspiring stuff. You did it again. Thanks for sharing it with us.

[@WYOMINGWOODTURNER]

Mike I really liked the way you reversed the top to finish off the point. I have made only a couple of top cases or boxes but will try this method. Very nice demo Sam

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Sam, your support is very welcomed, and appreciated. Take care Mike

[@LivioMaritati]

With great admiration for the naturalness with which to master the gouges. Great nice video.

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi Brendan, I replied to you last night, but it seems it got lost in the ether! Thanks for the compliment, and the History lesson too, I found that very interesting. Like you I find that Goncalo can be very awkward to work sometimes, but when it comes good, it's marvelous stuff me thinks. Take care Mike

[@richardmorris4119]

This is very interesting. A dreidel box is traditionally made of paper folded in the shape of a dreidel top and filled with candy or other treats. As you said, they are a traditional Hanukah gift. This is a very nice spin (no pun intended) on the concept. I especially like the idea of making the bottom concave as to allow the top to spin on it. Very nice and very beautiful project. Well done!

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you for the information, and kind comments Richard. Take care Mike

[@eddieagha5851]

Now that is a really cool idea Mike! I have a Jewish friend and she always spends Christmas day with us. I think I'll be making this for her for the next Hanukah.

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Eddie.

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Russell your comments are greatly appreciated. Take care Mike

[@icespeckledhens]

Its a lovely box with a beautiful finish thanks James

[@MikeWaldt]

+icespeckledhens Thanks James, appreciate it my friend. Take care Mike

[@Offshoreorganbuilder]

Excellent project. Thanks for going to the trouble of making and sharing this.

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you for the kind words, and the pleasure is mine. Take care, and Merry Christmas Mike

[@CarlJacobson]

Beautiful job Mike, I love the finish. Thanks for the great tips, the brush and formica. Glad to see your on the mend. Take care, Carl

[@enyafanjt]

I really enjoyed this project. I love that finish you do, tried it myself and need some work. That wood is beautiful. Thanks for another great video.

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi Thor, welcome to the exploding bowl club mate ;). There are some great videos on the subject, from which I leart, but the key is practice, and try to understand what the chisel is capable of doing, and how you need to present it to the work to achieve the right result. I had many disaters, and still do, spent time just placing the bevel on the wood, without the lathe on, and rotate by hand, to see the position of the tool when it starts to cut. Then increase the speed. Cheers Mike

[@PaulCrabtreeyes]

I've never even heard of a Dreidel Box before. I have to say very good job of explaining. I believe I have wood that could be used on a project like this. Thanks again for sharing

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you Paul, i am sure you will have fun making one. Thanks for your support Take care Mike

[@jmber27]

Mike, that turned out awesome...well done.

[@MikeWaldt]

+Jamie Clarke. Thanks you for pointing that out to me, I was truly unaware. I did however say at the beginning of the video that it was "my take" on it. Now that you have encouraged me to do some proper research on the Driedel, I may well attempt a proper one at some time in the future. Thanks again for the information....and watching the video. Take care Mike

[@just-dl]

That is a beautiful item. That would is very pretty.

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you DL, much appreciated. Cheers Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks very much, your comments are much appreciated, as is your support. Take care Mike

[@baconsoda]

That's very attractive and I love the sound it makes when you put the top on, a bit like the old-fashioned sound of Ebony. That Goncalo Alvez was highly prized by kings and queens of Europe in the 17th and 18th Centuries because of the finish it took. The craftsmen weren't as happy because the finish didn't come easy on tables etc. I have a love/hate relationship with it but, however frustrating a piece might be, I still buy more. You're looking well. Best Wishes, Brendan.

[@kristover100]

Wow, love your amazing work and great channel. From an aspiring wood worker in New Zealand.

[@SilverBack.]

Nice piece Mike, the wood looks hard and polishes up well

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you Douglas glad you liked the video. Cheers Mike

[@nabilabedrabo8181]

hi Mike i,m so glad to see u better, God bless u

[@WYOMINGWOODTURNER]

Mike, very nicely done. Pretty piece of wood as well.

[@turnerscorner9516]

Hi Mike, I'm hoping to turn two of these for my boys Christmas stockings. Thanks for detailed video and instruction. Derek

[@MikeWaldt]

My pleasure Derek, I'm sure they'll love them. Take care Mike

[@SuperBowser87]

Wow Mike that is a beautiful piece of work! I'm happy to see you feeling up to putting together a video. A great job of it indeed! You have converted me to using 0000 wire wool. It lays down a nice even base of sealer to put any finish on. I do like using it a lot. Thanks for sharing Mikey!

[@AsWoodTurns]

Mike, Very nice job. I like how this one looks. And you're looking much better also. Makes me think it's time to do another. Alan Stratton

[@ErikAnderson1]

Your face might still be a little twisted although looking much better, but your turning is spot on and I am inspired to try to make one. Thank you so much for your videos they are always interesting and your shop space is amazing. The assortment of Sheffield steel in the background makes me drool. If I am ever on the other side of the pond I want to look you up and tell some stories together. Peace and good turning! Erik

[@PCman70]

a nice piece of turning Mike and the grain came up well with that finish. Sean

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Sean, I was rather pleased with the finished piece. Take care Mike

[@billy19461]

Beautiful! That is some beautiful wood. You are an artist.

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you Billy, much appreciated mate Cheers Mike

[@douglaspalmer9809]

another beautiful piece mike,and finish on it is stunning,re- you having bother spinning the top on the bottom of the piece,maybe if you make a small indentation on the bottom this might help with the spinning just a thought might be worth trying....am hyper tonite so cant sleep lol lol ..of to latvia on friday evening for a holiday and see in-laws ,plenty fishing and barbeques,,thanks for sharing vid ,really enjoyed it.....dougie...

[@ianchappell4199]

Brilliant job Mike. Takes me awhile to catch up. lol. Keep safe mate..

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks for your kind comments, GA is a lovely wood to turn, and it takes a good finish. Take care Mike

[@Lolotourneur]

Très beau travail Mike Une super idée cette boite toupie. Lolo

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks, and my pleasure Dale. The wood turning/wood working community is as you say, a great family to be a part of, and sharing experiences is it's ethos Take care Mike

[@TD-xy6qm]

Beautiful piece. Lovely video. Thank you.

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks, glad that you liked it. Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Alan, I really appreciate your kind comments. Take care Mike

[@BTOCALLMASTER]

Beautiful little box Mike! Great turn!

[@paulevans5989]

Lovely box mike , look forward to the next video hope you get well soon from a KZbin turner from sunny Pembrokeshire

[@timdiaz9941]

Thanks Mike-- I learn a ton every time you upload a video. So far I haven't been able to replicate much, but the practice is fun!

[@martydrummond9538]

great little box Mike, glad to see your on the mend bonny lad

[@mavdad55]

Mike, as usual, wonderful job.

[@garyevans8116]

Good work mate & keep getting well soon thank you for sharing

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Gary Cheers Mike

[@Whisper911202]

Gary Evans great video 😇👏👏👏. How much would that box sell for?

[@wjneupe]

Well done Mike. Happy that ou are on the mend.

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Doc., what a great idea re the bevel on the Formica, wish I'd thought of that. Well it took a Paddy to tell the Taffy the way to go ;). Take care mate Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi Jake....well done mate, look forward to receiving the pictures. Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you Mark. If I was I know nothing of it....lol. Normally when I'm at work, I only spend about four or five hours a week in the shop, actually turning. lately quite a bit more , as I am still off work with this Palsy, due to my right eye not closing properly, and I drive for a living, and it still waters a lot, not good if you drive 10 hours a day for four days a week, sometimes five. Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you Tim, glad to be of a little help. Practice is the key, sometimes tedious, but essential. Thanks for watching, and your kind words. Take care Mike

[@JamieClark]

I just read all the comments, and I'm surprised nobody bothered to mention that while what you made came out lovely, it is definitely NOT a dreidel! Dreidel shave 4 sides and always land with one facing up (or indicated somehow). It is for a game, so there must be some indicator, otherwise it is a top in a cup... Maybe if the concave bottom were a bit deeper and marked after with quartered sections for the handle to point to when it stops? That would be a nice twist and respectful of the tradition. I would actually buy that! Maybe I'll buy a lathe...

[@virutillaspino]

Hi Mike, good video and good idea, very original, greetings from Spain.

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Agustin Take care Mike

[@xang72]

Beautiful.. will most defently try making this. Subscribed!

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Xang, for the kind comment, and the sub. Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi Dougie, thanks for the contribution mate, as I said to caverman, it's down to my inability to spin tops.....ah well one day I'll learn. Enjoy your holiday mate....and NO drinking ;) Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Lol....one day I'll get around to setting up a stall at a craft fair.....maybe ;) Cheers Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Carl, the Formica is a great way to burn end grain lines. Take care Mike

[@denisvienat849]

Très très jolie bravo belle réalisation 👍👏

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Denis much appreciated.

[@MikeWaldt]

Cheers Marty, thanks for the comment and concern. Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

I have never sold anything.....yet. I give to family and friends, and have a lot of "not to standard" stuff in the workshop, to remind me of the mistakes I've made, and improvements I've achieved over the time I've been turning. There are quite a few pieces around the house, which my wife keeps telling me will be taking over very soon :) Take care Mike

[@wdwrxco]

These turning videos are somewhat mesmerizing. I don't even own a lathe, though I'm starting to think I wanna track one down on the cheap just to give this a try.

[@MikeWaldt]

wdwrxco Be warned it can become very addictive, let me know if you decide to take the plunge :) Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Jim, your comment and concern is appreciated. Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Your too kind Mark, thank you. Take care Mike

[@OllyParryJones]

Very nice, Mike. I hope Andy sees this. I always remember Homer Simpson once referring to one of these as 'a doodle'! :-)

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you James, make sure you allow each application to really dry, before the final buffing, and applying the next coat. Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Robbie, well pleased with the lathe mate, it's running sweet as a nut. Take care Mike

[@leighstevens1075]

Terrific gift idea (if i can master it hehe). Love the shape of the top

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Leigh, you must give it a go. Cheers Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

I saw someone make one as an inside out turning, if I can do it, I'll have a bash mate. Mind you, by the time I master it, the baby will be wood turning! ;) Cheers Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks George. I use the Numatic NV750 vacuum extractor with a "Bendy Hose" attachment, which allows me to get the head to the point of dust production, it has a 1200W motor, and is very effective and quiet. Cheers Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Jake, appreciate your comments. Take care Mike

[@ndshoreful1]

What a beutiful Box. Desmond

[@jeffoldham3466]

another great video mike,,,i know I have asked you before but I think your polish and wax are the best,,can you go into detail and tell me how you make it,,,thank you

[@MikeWaldt]

jeff oldham Here is a link to a video I did on the finish Jeff: kzbin.info/www/bejne/foubdGqCh7CKeLs Hope this helps Cheers Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you, I use two coats of cellulose sanding sealer mixed with cellulose thinners ( 3:1), allowing to dry between each coat, and cut back each dry coat with 00 00 wire wool. Then apply two coats of Chestnut Wax22, again allowing each coat to dry and burnishing between each application. Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Alan, the wood is Goncala Alves, found in neotropical forests, with Brazil being a major exporter. Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Harry, glad to be of some help. Thanks for your support. Take care Mike

[@kreegan]

Very nice job, Mike!

[@kazadthebad9995]

Quality work and a great teacher :)

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you very much on both counts Adam, sincerely appreciated my friend. Take care Mike

[@dmaschy599]

I see some good ideas from that top, Thanks

[@MikeWaldt]

Glad you found the video useful and thanks for watching.

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi Tom Tom, thanks for your kind words mate. Glad you like the steel wool method, it is rather effective. Take care 'ol friend Mike

[@geoffk43]

Beautiful work.

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Geoff Cheers Mike

[@MiguelSancheztornoartesano]

Nice job Mike, congratulations. Kind regards. Miguel